ROBERT SEMPLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Robert Semple Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Benicia Unified school district, located in Benicia, CA with about 467 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Robert Semple Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Robert Semple Elementary School is a public school located in the historic town of Benicia, California, serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Benicia Unified School District, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, community-oriented learning environment. It is named in honor of Robert Semple, a significant figure in California history and the president of the state's first constitutional convention.

The school is known for maintaining a strong partnership between educators, families, and the wider Benicia community. Its curriculum emphasizes foundational literacy, mathematics, and science, while also promoting character development and social-emotional learning. With a focus on preparing students for middle school and beyond, Robert Semple Elementary works to create a balanced educational experience that encourages both personal growth and academic achievement within a welcoming, small-town atmosphere.

For more information, contact Robert Semple Elementary at (707) 747-8360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.